Middle School French Instructor, Part-Time

Overview: 
The Middle School French Instructor is responsible for preparing curriculum, teaching French at the 5th through 8th grade levels, and creating a dynamic learning environment for students in the class.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
• Manage the classroom to insure successful learning for every student
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
• Teach the curriculum reflecting knowledge of the subject matter and of specific learning styles of your students
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods. (iPad)
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions or activities
• Utilize up-to-date technology into lesson plans and classroom management
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
• Compile, evaluate and/or grade students’ class work reflecting learning styles of students
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students’ progress
• Maintain contact with students and parents with effective and regular communication
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs
• Collaborate with teaching partners in the planning, development and evaluation of curricula, course materials and methods of instruction
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs
• Maintain expertise in field through ongoing professional development demonstrating a commitment to field of study or knowledge of learning styles
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate work in the subject matter
• Experience teaching French at the Middle School level
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Understanding technology in curriculum design and classroom presentation

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